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Damien Edgar

North Belfast - 'Large group of youths' involved in disturbances

A large group of young people caused disturbances in North Belfast on Friday night before being dispersed by police.

Some local reports said that there were scenes of youths fighting and that houses and cars were also attacked.

The disorder was reported at around 7pm on Friday.

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Police confirmed they had been called to deal with trouble in the area.

"Police in North Belfast received and responded to reports of a large group of youths causing a disturbance at the junctions of the Crumlin Road, as well as Oldpark Road and Hillview Road at 7pm on Friday May 12," a spokesperson said.

"The crowd dispersed and there were no reports of any injuries and no arrests were made.

"Enquires are continuing and anyone who may have dashcam footage that can assist is asked to contact 101 quoting reference number 1863 12/05/23."

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